Cllr Martin Monaghan has said Longford is the perfect choice for such a centre to be set up.

Detective Garda Adrian Donohoe was shot dead during the incident.

High temperatures are expected over the weekend with mainly sunny weather across the country on Saturday and Sunday

The Minister for Health made the announcement on Twitter earlier.

Th trial continues at the Special Criminal Court.

Bars, cafes and restaurants look set to resume indoor service no later than July 26th.

Longford County Council has given the go ahead for the project with 7 conditions attached.

The funding would be used to help the communities in south Longford following the closure of the Lough Ree Power station last year.